Gambiaj.com – (NEW YORK, United States) – The “2024 SDG Moment” convened this afternoon in the United States, gathering influential global
Gambiaj.com – (Banjul, The Gambia) – The Gambia’s Cabinet has firmly rejected any proposals to alter the boundaries of the Abuko Nature Reserve, reaffirming its commitment to preserving the country’s vital environmental resources. This decision came during a Cabinet meeting on September 19, following discussions about potential land allocations in the Lamin area to support youth recreation.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambian government is considering the de-reservation of parts of the Abuko Nature Reserve, a move that would strip the area of its legal status as a wildlife refuge, biosphere, and nature preserve. This significant change was discussed during a cabinet meeting held at the State House today, where Hamat Bah, the Minister for Lands, Regional Governments, and Religious Affairs, presented the proposal.
Gambiaj.com – BANJUL, The Gambia) — United Purpose has made a significant contribution to the safety and livelihoods of women oyster collectors in Gambia, donating $1 million worth of personal protective equipment.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – Women are the defenders of the ecological resources of Gambian communities. Women observe sustainable methods of harvesting wild fruit and leaves, cooking practices and cultivation, in their daily activities linked to feeding the family.
Gambiaj.com – (WINNEBA, Ghana) – The West African region generates approximately 17 million tonnes of plastic waste annually, with only 10 percent being recycled, according to the Speaker of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), Hadja Mémounatou Ibrahima.
Gambiaj;com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Gambia’s Ministry of Fisheries, in collaboration with the FAO EAF-Nansen Programme, recently hosted a validation workshop to finalize the Sardinella Fisheries Management Plan.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJUL, The Gambia) – The Kairaba Conservation and Leadership Organization, under the esteemed patronage of Her Excellency Lady Chilel Jawara, is set to launch a series of impactful events aimed at promoting environmental conservation and leadership in The Gambia.
Gambiaj.com – (SENOBA, Senegal) – On Thursday, around 4 p.m., a violent confrontation erupted at the southern border between Senegal and the Gambia. The clash involved young villagers from Gouta Demba Diop in Tankon (Bounkiling) and armed Senegalese forestry agents, resulting in serious injuries to two youths. One of the injured was swiftly transported to Farafenni General Hospital in The Gambia for urgent medical care.
Gambiaj.com – (BANJULBanjul, The Gambia) — The Government of the Gambia, in collaboration with the National Environment Agency (NEA), United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Pan African Agency for the Great Green Wall, and the African Union, convened the 2nd Steering Committee meeting to advance the Great Green Wall initiative.
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